Ming Dynasty: A hundred-year-old immortal cultivator, Zhu Yuanzhang’s biological father

The moment you turn your head.

Zhu Yuanzhang showed a bit of heartache on his face.

Brat.

You are tired as hell!
You just see that I'm tired.

He is so thoughtful and has still maintained his dignity for us.

The old man sniffed and turned back to scold Zhu Xiongying again.

"Young man, exercise more. When I was your age, I never complained of being tired like this."

Zhu Xiongying nodded hurriedly, "Okay, okay, I'll definitely do it next time."

The old man smiled, and soon the Jinyiwei brought a sedan chair.

Zhu Xiongying and the old man got on the sedan chair.

Move slowly towards the harem.

Not long after.

The sedan stopped in front of Feixiang Hall.

Zhu Xiongying helped the old man out of the sedan chair.

The maids and eunuchs in Feixiang Palace all bowed to Zhu Yuanzhang.

"Your servant pays respect to His Majesty."

After saying this, the eunuchs and palace maids looked at Zhu Xiongying in confusion.

Zhu Yuanzhang was furious: "Fuck you, are you blind? This is the eldest grandson of the Ming Emperor."

"Send these bastards to the Zhayi Bureau!"

The old man thought that these eunuchs and servants were disrespectful, so he sent them to this place.

Sending them to the Zhayi Bureau would mean that the fate of these people would be uncertain.

"This servant pays homage to His Royal Highness the Grandson!"

"Your Majesty, please spare my life. We are blind!"

"..."

Everyone knelt down and begged for mercy.

Zhu Xiongying looked at them, then smiled and said to the old man: "Grandpa Huang, don't be angry, ignorance is not a crime."

Seeing Zhu Xiongying speak like this, Zhu Yuanzhang took a deep breath and said seriously: "Get lost! Go and inform Concubine Zhao Hui!"

"Yes!"

The eunuchs and servants looked at Zhu Xiongying with gratitude.

The palace is ruthless, and Zhu Xiongying's actions have won the favor of these eunuchs and servants.

Zhu Yuanzhang then said to Zhu Xiongying, "This is where Concubine Zhao Hui lives. Well, she is Zhao Tan'er's relative."

"I was looking for Concubine Zhao Hui at that time, so I introduced Tan'er to you."

Zhu Xiongying suddenly realized: "So that's it."

Zhu Yuanzhang put his hands behind his back and led Zhu Xiongying into Feixiang Hall.

"Your humble servant/son, pays respect to the Emperor/Father."

After Zhu Xiongying heard the mother and son's voices, his scalp suddenly went numb!
Thinking of Zhu Dong, the snotty little kid, I thought about calling him second uncle.

Zhu Xiongying couldn't help but shiver.

Zhu Yuanzhang said calmly: "Get up, today I will introduce our eldest grandson to you."

"Brother-in-law? Why are you here?"

The little brat Zhu Dong opened his eyes wide and looked at Zhu Xiongying in disbelief.

Zhu Xiongying was also speechless for a while, and laughed dryly: "Yes, yes, I'm here."

Concubine Zhao Hui slapped Zhu Dong on the fat head and said, "You unruly little thing, what brother-in-law? This is the emperor's eldest grandson!"

Concubine Zhao Hui nodded to Zhu Xiongying and said, "Grandson, you are finally back. The Emperor has been thinking about you coming back day and night."

"It's good to be back. Today is the Mid-Autumn Festival, and our family can finally celebrate the New Year together."

The emperor only selects people for his family reunion night, so it is impossible for him to call all the concubines in the harem.

When Concubine Zhao Hui said this, she naturally wanted to use Zhu Xiongying's face to see if she could get a seat on the reunion day.

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "Then we'll go together."

Zhu Xiongying watched and learned silently from the side. The art of speaking in the harem was worth learning for him.

Today, Concubine Zhao Hui will teach herself a lesson.

Zhu Yuanzhang glanced at Zhu Xiongying and said with a smile: "Why are you standing there like an idiot? Have you met your Aunt Zhao?"

Zhu Xiongying said "oh" and bowed quickly, "Meet Aunt Zhao."

Concubine Zhao Hui laughed and said, "Hahaha, it's strange. If you marry Zhao girl, we will be even closer relatives. You are the emperor and you are from the Zhao family. If there is any problem in the future, we will all be a family."

She is trying her best to maintain her relationship with Zhu Xiongying.

Zhu Xiongying could also hear it, but Concubine Zhao Hui had no bad intentions. She just wanted Zhu Yuanzhang to favor her more.

There were many gossips in the harem, and the women would chat about family matters when they were bored. Zhu Xiongying wanted to leave a good impression in the harem, so she smiled and said, "Thank you so much, Aunt Zhao."

"You didn't call me!"

Zhu Dong sniffed his nose. Normally, he would be scared to death when he saw Zhu Yuanzhang, but today, relying on Zhu Xiongying's presence, he became bolder.

Zhu Xiongying looked at the little kid who was still wiping his nose, and the corners of his mouth twitched.

Reluctantly, he said, "Yes, I have. I have met my second uncle."

At that time, I was still mocking him, wondering who the emperor's eldest grandson was and why he had to endure such humiliation and call such a little kid "uncle".

Retribution comes so quickly!
"Hey hey hey! All right! Uncle will take you to play cockfighting."

Zhu Yuanzhang snorted and glared at Zhu Dong, "How are you doing with your studies? Let me test you."

Zhu Dong was stunned for a moment, then suddenly opened his little bird and peed.

Zhu Xiongying couldn't help but chuckle.

This kid still needs the old man to treat him.

Concubine Zhao Hui was so frightened that her face turned pale. She hurriedly bowed and said, "Your Majesty, this... is just a child. Your Majesty, please forgive me."

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed out loud, "Go ahead and pee, it's good to pee! The farther you pee, the better, you little bastard."

Zhu Dong and Zhu Xiongying had said before that he would be scared to death when he saw his father, but Zhu Xiongying didn't believe it.

Today, I really saw it.

The old man's expression just changed and the little guy immediately peed his pants out of fright.

Zhu Dong was so frightened that his face turned pale. He said to Zhu Xiongying, "Nephew, come and play with me when you have time."

Having said that, he lowered his head and ran away.

Concubine Zhao Hui hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, this boy has no manners."

Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said, "It is the nature of children to love playing. Let him be. We don't expect him to do anything great."

"Okay, I'll bring our eldest grandson to see you today. If you have nothing to do, talk to the others. We won't go to meet them one by one."

Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and said to Zhu Xiongying, "Let's go."

Zhu Xiongying nodded and bowed to Concubine Zhao Huifei. After completing all the formalities, the grandfather and grandson left.

Fortunately, the Minister of Rites Li Yuan showed him "The Imperial Ming Ancestor Instructions".

At that time, Minister Li told me implicitly that "Imperial Ming Ancestor Instructions" was a good read as it would be useful in the future.

Only now did Zhu Xiongying understand this deeper meaning.

Thinking of this, Zhu Xiongying couldn't help but feel a bit favorable towards the Minister of Rites.

Remembering that Zheng He also gave a list of eunuchs in the palace before sailing, Zhu Xiongying felt slightly touched.

This kid. It's not in vain to raise him!
Zhu Xiongying now urgently needs to understand the situation within the officialdom. With these eunuchs, it seems that he can achieve twice the result with half the effort.

"Grandson, what are you thinking about?"

Zhu Xiongying said, "Oh," and quickly quickened his pace to catch up with Zhu Yuanzhang, saying with a smile, "I'm tired, so I'm walking a little slower."

"Don't fool us."

Zhu Yuanzhang laughed, and then said meaningfully, "Don't think too much about these concubines in the harem. With us here, no one will have bad intentions towards you."

Zhu Xiongying nodded and said, "Okay."

Then,

The grandfather and grandson got on the sedan chair, and when it stopped again, they had arrived at Fengxian Hall.

Zhu Xiongying had a particularly deep memory of this palace. After spending a long time with the old man, Zhu Xiongying finally left the palace.

Not long after.

Zhu Xiongying came to Chang's mansion.

This is my grandparents’ home, although my grandfather Chang Yuchun passed away early.

But Grandma Lan is still alive.

It is reasonable and logical for Zhu Xiongying to come and take a look.

When the servants of the Chang family saw Zhu Xiongying, they all bowed to him respectfully.

After the change of identity, many people began to look at themselves with awe.

Zhu Xiongying didn't say much to the servants, and didn't even nod.

Because your nod may not earn the servants' gratitude, but may more likely make them panic.

Zhu Xiongying went straight to the three brothers of the Chang family.

The three brothers were having lunch with the Lan family.

See Zhu Xiongying arriving.

The three brothers of the Lan and Chang families were all choked.

Zhu Xiongying walked into the flower hall and bowed to Lan respectfully: "Grandma."

A heartfelt cry instantly made Lan's eyes red.

She has been waiting for this day for a very long time.

"Child, come and sit down, come, come, come!"

"Grandma, I finally waited for you to call me like this."

As he spoke, the old man's tears began to flow.

This was her own grandson. When she lost and then found him again, Lan tried her best to hold back her tears.

Now that the grandparents and grandchildren have recognized each other, the Lan family no longer has to worry about anything.

Zhu Xiongying wanted to shake his head and refuse, saying that he had already eaten, but when he saw Lan's moved and swollen eyes, he couldn't bear it.

"Child, I didn't dare to ask you before, how did you get through these past few months? Tell me in detail."

Lan's voice trembled a little.

Old lady Chang Mao said unhappily: "Mother, why are you saying these things? Knowing the past can do nothing but add to your sorrow. Isn't our nephew alive and well here now?"

"Yes, yes, yes! I was overthinking it."

Lan sighed: "Let's eat, let's eat as a family! Let's not talk about unlucky things."

Zhu Xiongying smiled and nodded, "Okay!"

Chang Mao looked at Zhu Xiongying and said, "Nephew, you still have to be careful about everything in this palace. Although you have entered the East Palace now, all the officials have recognized you."

After a pause, Chang Mao continued, "But the literati of the Ming Dynasty are different from us rough people. They have many minds. If you want to gain their support legitimately, you also need to work hard."

The Ming Dynasty attached great importance to etiquette and morality, which were all controlled by literati.

Although imperial power can crush everything, for example, after Zhu Di ascended the throne, he used imperial power to crush the literati of the Ming Dynasty.

However, some scholars like Fang Xiaoru still found stains on Zhu Di's reign.

Zhu Xiongying knew that Chang Mao was concerned about him, so he nodded and said, "Don't worry, uncle. I know what's going on."

Chang Mao nodded and said, "It's fine as long as you know it. And the East Palace, you should also be careful. After all, some people are not our family members."

These words are naturally referring to Zhu Yunwen.

Chang Mao was also afraid that the second in command of the Eastern Palace would still have evil intentions.

After all, before Zhu Xiongying appeared, all these honors should have belonged to Zhu Yunwen.

Zhu Xiongying nodded again.

In the past, he only controlled things behind the scenes, and when he appeared in public, it was Lan Yu and the old man who helped him to shield him from the wind and rain.

He will handle all matters in the future personally, which will be a test for Zhu Xiongying.

How you deal with things and people is a test of your ability.

Zhu Xiongying did not dare to be careless. Before he ascended the throne, everything was uncertain, even though he had a good relationship with the old man now.

But who can tell what the future will be like?

We still have to move forward step by step steadily.

After having another very small lunch at Chang's house, Zhu Xiongying stood up and said goodbye.

He was holding an umbrella.

Come to Lan Yu’s mansion again.

He had been to this mansion many times, and this time was no different.

Mr. and Mrs. Lan Yu were also having lunch at this time.

Without waiting for Lan Yu to speak, Zhu Xiongying said directly: "Uncle. I have eaten."

If he were invited again, Zhu Xiongying would be so upset.

Lan Yu was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter: "It's good that you've eaten. After you've eaten, come and have some tea."

Zhu Xiongying and Wu paid their respects, and Lan Yu let them leave.

There are two pots of tea in the middle hall.

Lan Yu looked at Zhu Xiongying and said, "Brother Chang has already told you what you should do, so we won't waste any more words."

"All the honor of us Huaixi people lies on you. This road is not easy to walk. There are still many things in the future that will gradually be shouldered by you. No matter what, with your uncle here, we will shoulder everything for you."

Zhu Xiongying nodded heavily.

Born in this era, I am fortunate to be the most distinguished person in the Ming Dynasty, and even more fortunate to meet such a group of people. This is Zhu Xiongying's honor!
Because of their existence, Zhu Xiongying's ambition to expand his territory will become stronger!
"To be honest, we don't even know how long the emperor has left."

"The King of Yan in the northern border has always had rebellious intentions, and we have already arranged for people to test him.

Zhu Xiongying was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Thank you, uncle."

I thought about it.

He still said to Lan Yu: "Uncle, please don't blame me for being too talkative. Although I have entered the Eastern Palace now, you must not forget what I told you before."

Lan Yu nodded: "Your great uncle is not stupid. He knows how to restrain himself now. Just do your own thing. We won't hold you back. If you have any problem, just come to your great uncle."

Zhu Xiongying nodded, "Okay!"

After chatting with Lan Yu for a while, Zhu Xiongying stood up and said, "Uncle, I want to go to the Zhao Zhongshan Palace."

Lan Yu was stunned for a moment, then burst into laughter, "Even a hero can be tempted by beauty."

"Be careful of them. Even though they are suppressed by the old man, they have a close relationship with the King of Yan. Don't let your personal affairs delay important matters. A real man should have a wife."

Zhu Xiongying nodded, "Nephews and grandchildren all understand!"

"Well, just be sensible."

The heavy rain continued to wash over Yingtian City.

Outside Tonghuai Gate.

A group of fast horses rushed towards the Ministry of War in the mud!
The knight on the horse was extremely anxious, thinking that something big had happened!
"Emergency news from Southern Xinjiang, urgent news from Southern Xinjiang!"

The knight entered the imperial city.

He dismounted from the horse and hurried towards the Ministry of War with quick steps.

"My Lord, my Lord! Something bad has happened! The 130,000 taels of tax silver transported by Jiaozhi were robbed! This is the apology letter from Master Mu Yu of Yunnan. Please check it immediately!"

After hearing this, the Minister of War Ru Taisu felt a darkness before his eyes.

Today, things are going to change!

……

Please stay in the palace.

Zhu Yuanzhang was busy reviewing memorials.

After several consecutive days of heavy rain, the water level of the Huaihe River began to rise.

The two provinces of Huguang and Henan announced that their governments had suffered large areas of disaster.

The disaster situation in Huizhou Prefecture, Zhili, such as Zhunnan and Huaibei, was even more serious.

Heavy rains caused flooding in many places on both sides of the Huai River. The three provincial governments and all prefectures, counties and cities submitted petitions to the court, requesting funds for disaster relief.

Zhu Yuanzhang frowned and looked worried.

Money, money!
Finance again!
(End of this chapter)